Mandakini is an iconic and celebrated Bollywood actress, who has been part of the film industry for over three decades. On the occasion of her birthday, let us take a look at some lesser-known facts about this impeccable actress.
Mandakini’s Early Life
Mandakini was born in a Marathi-speaking family in Rajasthan on July 30th, 1960. She was born to Mr. J.P. Sharma and Mrs. Sharda Sharma, who were both teachers by profession. Mandakini had an inclination towards acting since childhood. She pursued her education in Mumbai, where she learnt classical music, Bharat Natyam, and Kathak.
Acting Career Beginnings
Mandakini made her acting debut in the year 1985 with the film ‘Ram Teri Ganga Maili’, which also earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Actress. She went on to appear in a number of films, such as ‘Love 86’, ‘Pyaar Ka Mandir’, ‘Gangaa Jamunaa Saraswathi’, ‘Kasam Suhaag Ki’, ‘Kshatriya’, and ‘Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke’.
Impactful Roles
Mandakini is best known for her role in the film ‘Ram Teri Ganga Maili’, in which she played the role of Ganga, a free-spirited village girl. She went on to star in a number of films, including ‘Love 86’, ‘Kshatriya’, and ‘Pyaar Ka Mandir’. She also played the role of a courtesan in the film ‘Raja’, which earned her a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress.
Awards & Accolades
Mandakini has been the recipient of several awards, such as the Filmfare Award for Best Actress for ‘Ram Teri Ganga Maili’, the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress for ‘Raja’, and the Star Screen Award for Most Promising Newcomer for ‘Love 86’. She has also been nominated for the Filmfare Award for Best Actress for ‘Kshatriya’ and ‘Pyaar Ka Mandir’.
Personal Life
Mandakini is married to Raj Kapoor’s nephew, Dr. Ravi Malhotra. The couple has two sons, Pravin and Rahul. Mandakini is known to be a very private person and prefers to stay away from the limelight.
